'clinic' originates from the Greek word 'klinein,' meaning 'to lean or recline,' referring to the practice of treating patients in bed.

'klinein' transformed into the Latin word 'clinicus,' and eventually became the modern English word 'clinic' through Old French 'clinique.'

Initially, it referred to 'bedside treatment,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a place for medical treatment.'